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Wanting to know about good artists in your area (please specify style).

Constructive criticism, discussion, and debate. If you are unsure how to do this, refrain from commenting.

Posting pictures once your tattoo is fully healed.

WE FORBID:

Any attacks, advances, compliments or comments made on personal appearance.

Hate speech (sexuality slurs, racial slurs, religious slurs) will get you banned permanently. Even if you think you mean it as a "joke".

Any questions about whether a tattoo will "work" or how to add to your tattoo. Only a qualified artist will be able to answer your question and discussion on Reddit will only lead to misinformation. Ask your tattoo artist.

ANY discussion of medical advice or aftercare, including possible allergic reaction or infection. If you are having an issue with a tattoo, return to your artist or ask a medical professional. Any and all medical questions or advice will be removed.

I wasn't sure if I should love it or hate it. I mulled it over and decided I love it. (I dont get the down votes, i didnt even leave a bad comment. lol. this subreddit and notorious downvoting of the slightest hint of dislike of a tattoo even if its the worlds worst tattoo.) Still don't get the meaning. and why does it need a meaning right? its an awesome tattoo after all. so yeah. kudos